Rather than wait for the world to be transformed by AI in the distant future, we should pay careful attention to shaping the field’s progress in a more secure direction, especially when it comes to applications as vitally important as nuclear.

Nuclear weapons and related systems are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated cyberattacks, and nuclear-armed states must cooperate and accelerate efforts to prevent an attack that could have catastrophic consequences.

The Nuclear Threat Initiative is looking for innovative new ways to use the NTI Nuclear Security Index rankings and data to improve understanding of the way nuclear materials and facilities are secured around the world and to highlight needs and spur action among governments.

Atomic Pulse

February 2, 2018

President Trump is right: The world is not yet prepared for complete nuclear disarmament. But the realization of that vision will not be the result of a future “magical moment.” It will be the result of frustrating, protracted dialogue, negotiation, and verification over many decades.

January 3, 2017

Atomic Pulse

November 10, 2016

The United States and Russia are in the early stages of robust nuclear modernization programs to update each leg of their respective nuclear triads—planes, intercontinental ballistic missiles, and submarines—over the next 30 years. So how much does it all cost and where does the money go?

Atomic Pulse

November 3, 2016

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As director of digital communications, Carter B. Bates is responsible for the Nuclear Threat Initiative’s digital strategy, leading efforts in web development, digital and social media outreach, and content development. He joined NTI in July 2015.